Kedron State High School’s new Performing Arts Centre redefines music and arts education, offering state-of-the-art facilities and dynamic, purpose-built spaces that inspire creativity and excellence.

The Queensland Department of Education engaged DCWC to provide Superintendent, Project Management, and Cost Management services for the development of a purpose-built Performing Arts Centre (PAC) at Kedron State High School, Park Road, Kedron. Replacing outdated facilities, the PAC now supports the school’s rapidly growing Music and Arts program with innovative spaces tailored for performing arts education.

The project included demolishing Blocks I and J to clear the site for the new PAC. During construction, D-Block and E-Block have been temporarily fitted out to house the music and arts departments. Upon completion of the PAC, D-Block will be transformed into new General Learning Areas (GLA), and E-Block will feature an expanded staffroom.

Key Features of the Performing Arts Centre:

Ground Level:

• Foyer (20m²)

• 2 Music Spaces (80m² each)

• Ensemble/Rehearsal Space (60m²)

• 4 Practice Spaces (11m² each)

• Staff Workspace (40m²)

• Kitchenette (5m²)

• Instrument Storage and Cleaning Areas

• Accessible WC with hoist and Change Room (15m²)

Level 1:

• Dance Studio doubling as a Performance Space (130m²)

• Dance Studio doubling as an Auditorium (100m²)

• 2 Drama Spaces (100m² each)

• Retractable Seating (30m²)

• Dressing and Make-up Areas (15m² each)

• Props Store (30m²)

• Costume Stores (12m² each)

• Foyer Area (50m²)

• Covered Outdoor Gathering Area (80m²)

• Box Office/Refreshment Sales Space (25m²)

• Head of Department (HOD) Office (12m²)

The PAC also includes features such as vertical travel access, audience WC facilities, and ample storage spaces for props, costumes, and multimedia equipment.

The new PAC features a performance hall with seating for over 300 and retractable seating, allowing the space to be easily reconfigured into four dedicated teaching areas for Music and Arts. This innovative design seamlessly integrates educational and performance needs, providing students with a world-class environment to develop their talent.